#253 - Allie Ostrander | Training to Make the U.S Track AND Trail Teams

Allie Ostrander, a former NCAA steeplechase champion and professional athlete, now shares her story on her widely followed YouTube channel. She offers insights into her experiences with running, mental health, and eating disorder recovery. Celebrated for her humor and authenticity, her content blends relatable, lighthearted moments with valuable athletic and personal reflections, resonating with a diverse audience.EPISODE CHAPTERS:00:00 Introduction and Background02:56 The Power of YouTube in Athletics05:56 Content Creation and Audience Engagement08:52 Training Philosophy and Off-Season Strategies12:12 Mental and Physical Aspects of Training14:53 Individualized Training Approaches18:05 Navigating Injuries and Cross-Training20:57 The Balance of Team vs. Individual Training25:57 The Science of Training and Nutrition32:16 Adjusting Training for Performance38:21 Strength Training and Its Importance43:54 Future Goals and Aspirations in Racing---👟Book Your Fee Coaching Callhttps://calendly.com/tyson-popplestone/free-coaching-call📆 Training Planshttps://www.relaxedrunning.com/trainingplans--PODCAST INFO:Tyson Sträva: https://www.strava.com/athletes/83530274Podcast Website: www.relaxedrunning.comApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast...Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2MMfLsQ...RSS: https://feeds.transistor.fm/relaxed-r...SOCIALS:- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/relaxedrunning- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/relaxed_run...